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KNIGHT FRANK
Neil Francis, partner head of industrial and logistics Give us a brief description of your company
Knight Frank Cardiff is a multi-disciplinary office which has built a reputation as one of the most respected property consultants and commercial agents in South Wales. When was your business started, and how has it grown?
Knight Frank’s Cardiff office was established in 1998 to operate within the South Wales market. The office has grown in staff numbers and turnover by securing an extensive list of instructions from both private and public sector clients. We have a broad client base, which includes occupiers and landlords, and our track record, market coverage and research enable us to provide the latest market intelligence and insight into developer and investors requirements. What areas do you specialise in?
We offer a full range of property services (agency, development, valuation, rating, management, lease advisory and building consultancy) from this office. Why is Cardiff good for your business?
Cardiff has and continues to be, a City that is seeing a huge amount of development activity. The City has been transformed over the last 20 years with major new developments at St. Davids 2, the Principality Stadium, Cardiff Bay, Central Square to name just a few. From a property perspective we continue to witness strong occupier and investor interest wanting to invest in the City. Cardiff has established itself as one of the core UK Cities and it has been incredibly exciting to be a part of this journey. Throughout this evolution, Cardiff has been able to maintain its character and remain a fantastic place to both work and live. Any exciting news to share?
As a worldwide property advisor Knight Frank have just been recognised as the winners of both the Global Advisers of the Year and the National Advisers of the Year at the prestigious Estates Gazette Awards 3 Assembly Square, Britannia Quay, Cardiff CF10 4PL; 029 2049 2492; www.knightfrank.com
Mark Loosemore
LOOSEMORES SOLICITORS Mark Loosemore, senior partner
Give us a brief description of your company
We are a boutique law firm, based in Cardiff city centre and with a presence in central London. Loosemores provides a range of legal advisory services to both corporate and individual clients. We have a strong heritage, built up over more than 50 years. This is allied with a fresh, modern outlook and a commercial approach to solving the challenges our clients face. When was your business started, and how has it grown?
Loosemores was founded in 1966 by my father John Loosemore. The firm was successful and grew significantly during its first 25 years, opening a number of branch offices around South Wales and becoming one of the top ten firms in Wales by turnover. In 2016, I acquired the firm and joined as Senior Partner. Under new ownership and senior management, Loosemores has re-focused as a boutique law firm with a new strategic plan. What areas do you specialise in?
Our specialist sectors include sport, media, technology and charities. Tell us about a recent example that helps illustrate the work you do
Neil Francis
We recently advised our long-standing client, the Football Association of Wales, on its new partnership with BT, one of the world’s leading providers of communications services and solutions. The multi-year deal sees BT become the exclusive Lead Partner of the Wales National Men’s, Women’s, Development and Disability football teams until 2024. What sets you apart from other companies?
With a skilled and experienced team, we firmly believe in providing clients with high quality advice, value for money and friendly service – all designed to deliver what our clients need. It’s a bespoke approach, tailored for each of our clients. Why is Cardiff good for your business?
Cardiff is a great city to live in and a great city to do business in. It is becoming a magnet for large and established businesses but it is also increasingly attractive as a base for early-stage companies and startups. In addition, Cardiff offers unique opportunities, being a proud capital city in its own right, yet also being so near to London. Any exciting news to share?
We are delighted to be recognised as a ‘Top Tier’ firm for Sport and Media & Entertainment in the 2020 edition of The Legal 500 UK. Loosemores Solicitors is the only law firm in Wales which is Top Tier for both of these practice areas and also has a Leading Individual in each. Alliance House, 18-19 High St, Cardiff CF10 1PT 029 2022 4433; www.loosemores.co.uk
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